Rita Venable, Middle Tennessee Wild Ones member and author of Butterflies of Tennessee, blends humor and science to inspire native gardening. From field adventures to mentoring the next generation, she champions approachable, entertaining ways to connect people with butterflies and native plan. Continue reading "Rita Venable’s Path from Wildlife to Wild Ones"
Volunteers and conservationists gathered at the Nashville Zoo for a hands-on effort to support Tennessee’s native habitats. Hosted by the Tennessee Environmental Council (TEC), the event centered on packing bee-friendly native plant seeds for Sumner County schools, fostering future pollinator-friendly gardens while showcasing the power of community action, education, and local partnerships. Continue reading "A pipeline for planting passion for native habitats"
Wild Ones’ blog explores noteworthy native plant news, featuring Tennessee’s Tree ReLeaf program aimed at improving stormwater management, a groundbreaking study highlighting how invasive plants pave the way for non-native insect invasions, and the Yurok Tribe’s post-dam restoration efforts that are rejuvenating fish habitats and native plant ecosystems in California. Continue reading "October 2024 Native Plant News"
Wild Ones’ blog delves into significant native plant studies, featuring University of Newcastle's research on Salicornia's salt tolerance, a $1.76 million native landscaping project in Michigan and Illinois, and a major conservation funding initiative in Hawaii aimed at protecting 425 native plant species. Continue reading "August 2024 Native Plant News"
Regina Santore said her family purchased their home in Knoxville, Tennessee, in late 2020, mostly for the inground pool, as it provided a “staycation retreat” during the pandemic. Continue reading "Member Garden: Regina Santore"
For Gail Eichelberger, it’s not about making mistakes. It’s about learning from those mistakes. Continue reading "Member Garden: Gail Eichelberger"
Nora Bernhardt says she is a citizen scientist at heart. For years, she has taken photos and journaled her observations about native plants, including bloom times and weather patterns. Continue reading "Member Garden: Nora and Bob Bernhardt"
One step at a time. For nine years, Sally Wencel has been incrementally working convert her yard into a paradise for pollinators and other animals. Continue reading "Member Garden: Sally Wencel"
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